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Finance Director

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Olo

Olo

501-1,000 employees

SaaS platform for restaurant digital ordering

Enterprise Software
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$129.4k - $176.3kAnnually

Senior

Remote in USA + 1 more

More locations: New York, NY, USA

Remote work is available from anywhere in the U.S. or at Olo’s headquarters in NYC.

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Financial analysis
Marketing
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting (CFA a plus) or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in finance, strategic planning, investment banking, or related fields; FP&A function experience is strongly preferred, and restaurant or restaurant tech experience is a plus, but not required.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Strong leadership and mentorship skills.
  • Proficiency in financial analysis, model building, and Microsoft Office (Excel/Powerpoint) and/or Google Suite (Sheets/Slides)
Responsibilities
  • Operate as FP&A’s strategic thought partner to Go-To-Market leadership (including Sales, CX, Partner Ecosystem, and Marketing), gathering insights into future revenue and product monetization opportunities by incorporating inputs into what-if scenarios/ad hoc analyses.
  • Collaborate with other FP&A partners and GTM Analytics and Strategy to maintain and improve revenue forecast models, capturing all variables that can potentially impact revenue such as implementation timing, order volumes, upsells, churn, etc.
  • Evaluate GTM investments and derivative metrics to form data driven perspectives and propose P&L optimizing actions, and simplify and articulate narratives that outline easy to digest capital allocation strategies across wage and non-wage investments.
  • Investigate and communicate variances between Actuals and Forecast, while highlighting trends and potential risks and opportunities for Olo, then share findings with Investor Relations and other key stakeholders.
  • Support annual planning, budget, and forecast cycles with respect to GTM organization.
  • Be a subject matter expert on customer acquisition/sales funnels and related SaaS performance metrics (LTV, CAC, Net Magic Number etc.), as well as customer engagement dynamics; understand, analyze, and communicate related market & channel trends.
  • Create ad-hoc analyses to drive business strategy, improve efficiency and maximize ROI alongside a deep, recurring focus on understanding Marketing investments and benefits.
  • Assist in preparation of materials for Board of Directors meetings and internal leadership meetings.

Olo provides a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform designed for on-demand restaurant commerce, focusing on digital ordering and delivery. The platform allows multi-location restaurant brands to efficiently manage their digital channels by integrating various ordering and delivery systems into one cohesive interface. This integration helps restaurants streamline their operations, manage customer interactions, and enhance their digital presence. Olo's business model includes a subscription service, where restaurants pay a recurring fee to access the platform, along with transaction fees for each order processed. This approach not only supports the growth of its clients but also positions Olo to benefit from the increasing demand for online food ordering and delivery. The company's goal is to facilitate the digital transformation of the restaurant industry, improving customer satisfaction and operational efficiency for its clients.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$560.9M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2005

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

10%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Strategic partnerships with companies like Bottle Rocket and TRAY enhance Olo's platform capabilities, driving innovation and improving the digital guest experience.
  • The launch of 'Loyalty for Borderless Accounts' and other new features demonstrates Olo's commitment to continuous improvement and customer engagement.
  • Relocating headquarters to One World Trade Center signifies Olo's growth and ambition, potentially attracting top talent and new business opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in digital restaurant commerce is intense, with major players like Square expanding their integrated solutions, which could erode Olo's market share.
  • Dependence on multi-location restaurant brands means that economic downturns affecting these clients could significantly impact Olo's revenue.

What makes Olo unique

  • Olo's open SaaS platform uniquely integrates various digital ordering and delivery systems into a single cohesive solution, unlike competitors who may offer fragmented services.
  • The dual revenue stream from subscription services and transaction fees ensures a steady and scalable income, setting Olo apart from competitors relying on single revenue models.
  • Olo's focus on multi-location restaurant brands allows it to cater to complex operational needs, providing a tailored solution that smaller competitors may struggle to match.

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